GRE Word List

PROPONENT

one who argues in favor of something : advocate

The meaning of the word proponent is one who argues in favor of something : advocate.

Random words

WordMeaning
autocraticof, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
beneficiarya person or thing that receives help or an advantage from something : one that benefits from something
impassionedfilled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
modicuma small portion : a limited quantity
rentproperty (such as a house) rented or for rent
inciteto move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on
hindsightperception of the nature of an event after it has happened
imperilto bring into peril : endanger